Morante Notizen

Personal column by Elena, Morante Boutique founder, journalist and antique dealer.

Where journalism meets the world of antiques.

Original research, historical investigations, object identification, and years of hands-on experience with vintage and antiques

The History of Marín Chiclana Dolls: The Rise a...

The Artist Who Wanted to Paint — and Created a Symbol of Spain  The story of Marin Chiclana did not begin as the story of a toy factory. It began...

The History of Marín Chiclana Dolls: The Rise a...

The Artist Who Wanted to Paint — and Created a Symbol of Spain  The story of Marin Chiclana did not begin as the story of a toy factory. It began...

Marín Chiclana: The Doll That Opened a Door to ...

Several years ago, as a dealer in vintage objects, I came across a tall, elegant flamenco dancer in an unusual dress: bright red, trimmed with green lace. Naturally, I wanted...

Marín Chiclana: The Doll That Opened a Door to ...

Several years ago, as a dealer in vintage objects, I came across a tall, elegant flamenco dancer in an unusual dress: bright red, trimmed with green lace. Naturally, I wanted...

The Etsy Customer Field Guide: Species Every Vi...

I've been selling vintage and antique items on Etsy for nearly five years. Recently, I became sufficiently reckless to open my own independent shop. It felt a bit like an...

The Etsy Customer Field Guide: Species Every Vi...

I've been selling vintage and antique items on Etsy for nearly five years. Recently, I became sufficiently reckless to open my own independent shop. It felt a bit like an...

Die romantische Fantasie, Antiquitätenhändler z...

Französische Flohmärkte sind keine aufpolierten Antik-Malls mit perfekter Beleuchtung und sorgfältig gestylten Regalen. Diese Version sieht man meist nur auf Instagram. Meistens sind es kalte Morgen, schlammige Felder, Klapptische, staubige...

Die romantische Fantasie, Antiquitätenhändler z...

Französische Flohmärkte sind keine aufpolierten Antik-Malls mit perfekter Beleuchtung und sorgfältig gestylten Regalen. Diese Version sieht man meist nur auf Instagram. Meistens sind es kalte Morgen, schlammige Felder, Klapptische, staubige...